OUR FOOD IS MEDICINE

- WHY FOOD NEEDED? -

Food makes our body work, grow and repair itself. The kind of food we ate can affect the efficiency of these processes. Our Body function and the food that sustains it is infinitely complex. Food is in fact one of the most complicated sets of chemicals imaginable.

Getting to know which nutrients are in which foods can help us to understand something of this complex relationship between our food and our body.

Now we found Chemicals in food

Food is composed of many different chemical substances - 'macronutrients' (major nutritional components that are present in relatively large amounts, such as protein), 'micronutrients' (major nutritional components that are present in relatively small amounts, such as vitamins), water, and roughage (dietary fibre). Many other components can also be present in food  (see Figure 1).

- FIGURE 1 -

COMPONENTS OF FOOD IN THE TOTAL DIET

A single food or even a meal will not contain all possible components of food. The total diet will include things eaten on many different occasions. The number of chemicals found in the total diet will be large.

- Our nutrient needs -

HOW THE HUMAN DIET HAS CHANGED

Human Body Need Food to Survive…… Why?

It`s answer is simple that without proper nutrition*,( * Meaning :- Nutrition  begins with food. Nutrition is the process by which the body nourishes itself by transforming food into energy and body tissues. The science of nutrition concerns everything the body does with food to carry on its functions. Food provides essential substances called nutrients. The body needs these nutrients to help it make energy; to grow, repair, and maintain its tissues; and to keep its different systems working smoothly. Nutrition is important for all organisms.)

Our body can’t survive. When we eat a balanced diet, our body obtains the fuel and nutrients it needs to accomplish various bodily tasks.

For example, our body needs minerals** (** meaning: - Minerals are those elements on the earth and in foods that our bodies need to develop and function normally. Those essential for health include calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine, chromium, copper, fluoride, molybdenum, manganese, and selenium.) to make hormones, build bones and regulate your heartbeat. Water is another essential component of your diet. Without it, your body can’t flush out toxins ***, transport nutrients to cells or perform other vital bodily processes.

*** What are toxins?

Toxins are all around us and we unknowingly ingest them all the time.  They are chemicals and impurities in the air, in our food and water; even in the products we use every day. 

At home :-

Many common household cleaners and pesticides are loaded with petrochemicals. Since they were meant to kill mold, mildew and bugs, it is no surprise that these products that are extremely harmful to our bodies. Even some of our clothing fabrics, carpeting and upholstered furniture are treated with chemical-laden flame retardants that are hazardous to our bodies.  Air fresheners and candles can contain toxic chemicals too. Even if we eliminate pesticides from our homes, some cities are now spraying from above to kill mosquitoes, ironically to reduce the spread of viruses.

In our food :-

Ingredients such as hydrogenated oils and other additives such as: MSG, aspartame, sucralose, dyes, and hydrolyzed yeast extract are in the foods we purchase at the supermarket. The containers holding some of the foods we purchase and store food in contain harmful BPA. Additionally, when we cook with or eat at a restaurant which uses non-stick pans, there dangerous chemicals going right into our meals. (Lovely, isn’t it?)

On our skin:-

Synthetic ingredients used in fragrances can cause respiratory issues, allergic reactions and skin infections. Sodium laurel sulfates, which are commonly used to clean car engines, are also found in soaps and shampoos. Many toothpastes contain both SLS and aspartame.

In the water:-

 As if all that were not scary enough, our water systems contain lead and have been treated with chlorine, fluoride, medications, and over hundreds of other chemicals that can be harmful when ingested at certain high levels.

What is detoxification and it is helpful?

Detoxification is about cleansing and restoring the body to a natural state by eliminating toxins.  While most of the body’s impurities are removed through the liver, toxins are also found in (and can be removed from) the kidneys, lungs, lymph nodes, intestines and skin.  There are several ways to give your body the cleansing, nutrients and restoration it needs.  Experts say that a detox can help with a variety of symptoms, such as: lack of energy, headaches, acne, brittle hair or nails, minor aches, restlessness, weight loss, hair falling out, digestive issues and some allergies.  Some believe in detoxifying the body once a year, while others recommend ongoing methods of eliminating toxins.  Pregnant women, nursing moms as well as people with certain conditions and diseases should consult a doctor before doing any kind of detox program.

Protein is a component of every cell, and our body uses it to build and repair tissues. Protein is made from amino acids, but our body is unable to produce all of them. Dietary protein, therefore, becomes the main source of these essential amino acids. Fish, lean meat, poultry, eggs and cheese are complete proteins, meaning they contain all the necessary amino acids. Incomplete proteins, such as grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, should be eaten in a wide variety to ensure you consume all necessary amino acids.

In other way protein in the diet can come from meats, nuts, beans and certain whole grains. Our body uses protein to build and repair our muscles, skin and bones. In our digestive system, proteins break down into the amino acids that constitute them. our body can produce most of the amino acids that it needs, but there are eight amino acids that you must include in our diet. The eight are called essential amino acids. Typically, if we eat 50 to 65 g of protein each day and choose a variety of protein sources, such as lean meats, low-fat dairy products, nuts and seeds, our body will obtain each of the essential amino acids it needs.

Our body doesn't manufacture carbohydrates, but they are broken down during digestion to provide fuel for physical activities and energy for proper body functions. Our nerves, muscles and brain depend on the energy provided by carbohydrates. According to Harvard School of Public Health, processing whole grains into refined foods, including white bread, sweets and white rice, removes minerals, fatty acids, as well as fiber, which results in foods that produce higher spikes in blood sugar than whole grains. Choose complex carbohydrates such as whole-grain breads, pasta and cereals, nuts, beans, lentils, peas and potatoes.

When we digest carbohydrates, our body converts them into glucose and uses them to fuel various body processes. Fruits, vegetables and dairy products contain simple carbohydrates, or sugars. Whole-grain products, starchy vegetables and legumes are complex carbohydrates, and these often contain fiber. Fiber aids in digestion and helps lower bad cholesterol.

Our body requires monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, to maintain optimal health. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats improve blood cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation and stabilize heart rhythms, says Harvard School of Public Health. Specifically, omega-3s are necessary for proper blood clotting and development of your brain's cell membranes. These fatty acids also help protect against heart disease, cancer and stroke. Include foods that contain good fats, such as salmon, tuna, olive oil, canola oil, flaxseed, walnuts and almonds in your daily food plan.

Not only do fats make food taste better, but they also provide energy, help our body absorb vitamins and aid in growth and development. Healthy fats -- such as are found in fish, nuts, seeds and olive oil -- help you control your cholesterol levels, but saturated and trans fats are unhealthy, especially when we ate them too often. Saturated fats include lard, butter, solid shortening and fatback. Trans fats are common in vegetable shortening, certain types of margarine, cookies, crackers and any foods that use partially hydrogenated oils. Eating too many bad fats increases unhealthy cholesterol levels, which could lead to cardiovascular problems.

Vitamins are organic derived from living matter compounds our body needs in small amounts to function properly. Because our body can't make these nutrients, you must get them from food or supplements. Vitamins play an important role in digestion, and they're crucial for body function regulation. Vitamins exist in two forms ( i ) fat soluble, which include vitamins A, D, E and K, and ( ii ) water soluble, which include the B-complex vitamins and vitamin C. To consume a wide variety of vitamins, include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, low-fat milk, fish and eggs in our daily food plan.

Our body needs 13 types of vitamins to accomplish various bodily processes, including digestion, growth and nerve function. Without certain vitamins, you may develop medical problems. For example, without vitamin D, you might develop rickets, which weakens your bones. Typically, a balanced diet that includes all the major food groups should supply your body with all the vitamins it needs, including A, C, D, E, K and the eight types of B vitamins. If for some reason your diet doesn’t supply you enough of a certain type of vitamin, you can take a supplement or a multivitamin, though you should consult your doctor first to be safe.

Minerals are inorganic compounds that your body is unable to manufacture. They help regulate body processes, and each one plays a particular role in your body's proper functioning. Your diet must provide 16 minerals to maintain optimum health. They come in two categories: Macro minerals -- sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and sulfur -- are needed in larger quantities by your body, while trace minerals -- iron zinc, iodide, selenium, copper, fluoride, chromium, molybdenum and manganese -- are required in smaller amounts. Include mineral-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, whole-grains, nuts and fortified low-fat milk in our diet.

Water makes up more than 60 percent of our body weight, according to MayoClinic.com. Our body's daily fluid requirement exceeds what our body can make through processes such as digestion. Because we must supply our body with enough water to keep it functioning properly, it's considered an essential nutrient. Water carries other nutrients and oxygen to cells, transports wastes away from cells, regulates body temperature and helps keep muscles and skin toned. Although individual water requirements vary, MayoClinic.com recommends drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of fluid a day.

NOW THE BIG????  ARE WE GETTING   OR INTACT GENUINELY.

Here is the solution ……….

Good health starts with good nutrition. With today’s farming methods depleting the natural mineral content of our lands, we can no longer rely on our foods to completely provide us with the essential vitamins and minerals that our bodies need. More people are turning to nutritional supplements as a means of getting sufficient quantities of those vital nutrients that can make a difference to their quality of health.

Nutritional supplement products are made from the finest ingredients, grown or collected from the best sources and produced with the most advanced technology. Each product retains its original nutritional value, encouraging both good health and peace of mind.